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$2,500 guaranteed + up to $20,000 for top performers

Santander Cultivate Small Business

Santander Bank

Free 12-week food business training program where every graduate gets a $2,500 grant.

CorporateFree ProgramAvailable Nationwide

📅 Deadline: Multiple cohorts per year — check santanderbank.com for current openings

Amount

$2,500 guaranteed + up to $20,000 for top performers

Type

Free Program

Source

Corporate

Provider

Santander Bank

About this program

Santander's Cultivate Small Business is a free 12-week virtual training program for early-stage food entrepreneurs, with a focus on underserved founders. The curriculum is MBA-level, taught by Babson College professors. Every graduate receives a $2,500 grant. Select top performers receive up to $20,000. Designed for underserved communities in low-to-moderate income areas.

Who qualifies?

Early-stage food entrepreneurs in low-to-moderate income communities. Underserved and minority founders receive priority. Must be able to commit to the 12-week program.

What you get

$2,500 grant upon graduation (all graduates), up to $20,000 for selected top performers, MBA-level curriculum, mentorship from Babson College professors, and peer network access.

Requirements

✓Food/beverage business focus
✓Low-to-moderate income community location
✓Commitment to full 12-week program
✓Early-stage business

How to apply

1Check santanderbank.com/cultivate for program announcements
2Applications open periodically
3Submit business description and motivation statement
4Acceptance is competitive — apply early

Apply at the official source

Always verify deadlines and requirements directly with the granting organization before applying.